What Do My Allergy Test Results Mean?
If you or your child have recently had an allergy test, you may be wondering how to read the results. Let’s discuss potential result outputs, what they mean and what to do next. Types of Allergy Tests There are two types of allergy tests that we perform at : skin prick and blood test. A…
Prepare Your Home for an Allergy-Free Holiday Season
Are you hosting Thanksgiving dinner this year? Keep in mind that indoor allergies are on the rise during the cold, dark months. We’ve compiled some expert tips on how to prepare your home for a big gathering so that no one, including yourself, suffers from any allergy symptoms while serving up stuffing. Common Winter Allergens…
The Correct Way to Blow Your Nose
Did you know there’s a right way to blow your nose? Turns out, most people don’t do it correctly. Allergies, the common cold and the flu can all cause a runny nose, and clearing out the mucus by blowing your nose will alleviate that symptom. How To Blow Your Nose The Risks of Blowing Your…
Which Allergy Medication Should You Take?
Nearly one-third of American adults have some kind of allergy. Every person is unique, and there are many types of allergies. Due to the variation in allergies and their symptoms, a wide range of allergy medications are available to choose from, each addressing different symptoms in different ways. You may be wondering: which allergy medication…
Pumpkin Patches and Allergies
Do you have a trip to the pumpkin patch planned with the family? Don’t get spooked by sneezing and skin rashes; allergens can still catch up with you in the pumpkin patch. Let’s discuss the common reasons why you might feel sniffly after your day out and ways to find relief. Common Outdoor Allergens The…
What’s Causing My Allergy Symptoms While Hunting?
Deer season is just about to start, and preparations are underway. In addition to getting your license, cleaning your firearm or bow and getting out your gear, you might consider what prep you need to do to prevent allergy flare-ups. There are plenty of allergy triggers in the field, and a severe allergic reaction while…
Why Do My Allergies Get Worse When I Travel?
Traveling and vacationing are incredible experiences! You’ve been looking forward to relaxing, exploring and seeing what experiences your destination has to offer, whether camping in the mountains or visiting another country. But a flare-up of allergy symptoms could interrupt all of that. One has to wonder: why do allergies always seem to get worse while…
Why Am I Still Having Allergy Symptoms in the Fall?
You may think September would close pollen season and put an end to your allergy symptoms, but those beautiful red, yellow and orange leaves may cause you a few more weeks of allergies. Damp leaves rotting on lawns can harbor pollen and mold spores, extending allergy season. Fallen Leaves Can Trigger Mold Allergies Warmth and…
How Do Allergies Relate to Ear Pain?
If you’ve been suffering from ear pain or chronic ear infections and are searching for the underlying reason for your ear pain, it may be due to allergies. The connection between allergies and ear issues is stronger than you might initially think, even though allergies and allergy symptoms are commonly associated with sinus and nasal…
What To Know About Allergies and Headaches
Allergies cause a whole range of symptoms, typically involving the sinuses, nasal passages, airways and skin. These areas lead to common symptoms of runny nose, sneezing and rashes, and interestingly, they can lead to headaches, too. While headaches aren’t typically life-threatening, they can be painful and distracting, so let’s discuss what’s happening with your headaches…
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